Safety, Health, and Injury Management Advisor

• Full time permanent position available in Adelaide, Alice Springs or Darwin
• Play a key role in maintaining safety, health, environment and quality standards for all employees
• Work within a diverse and supportive work environment

About the Royal Flying Doctor Service Central Operations (serving SA/NT)

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.

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About this Opportunity

Are you passionate about safety, health and injury management – and ready to make a real difference across some of Australia's most vital and remote services?

The Royal Flying Doctor Service SA/NT is seeking an Advisor to join our dynamic Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) team. As a key player in our high-performing and values-driven organisation, you'll help deliver safe, compliant, and continuously improving services across South Australia and the Northern Territory — spanning clinical operations, aeromedical transport, infrastructure, and remote site services.

As our SHIM Advisor, you'll:

• Lead the implementation of integrated SHEQ frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Provide expert advice, support and training on Work Health and Safety (WHS), environmental compliance, and quality systems.
• Partner with leaders across clinical, aviation, and maintenance teams to drive a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee injury management services and provide RTW Coordination activities
• Support the establishment of an early intervention program.
• Support incident investigations, audits, hazard assessments, and accreditation processes.
• Contribute to the delivery of wellbeing and manage return-to-work programs.
• Be a hands-on, solutions-focused professional balancing strategic priorities with operational realities.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in occupational health and safety and injury management in high-risk industries, who thrives in complexity and is passionate about protecting people, the environment, and the communities we serve.

About You

To be considered for the role you require:

• Relevant qualification in Work Health and Safety, allied health or related fields
• Return to Work Qualification
• Knowledge and skill in managing occupational health, safety and wellbeing in a high-risk industry
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation for Work Health and Safety and Environmental legislative requirements
• Experience in supporting/conducting remote and regional operations,
• Effective collaboration skills including highly developed skills in communication, problem solving conflict resolution and negotiation

Experience in Incident investigation experience would be advantageous, however, not essential.

Benefits

As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:

• Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:

o packaging up to $15,899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills

o packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.

• Flexible Working Arrangements

• Employee Assistance Program

• Reward and Recognition

• Employee Value Awards

• Comprehensive orientation program for new starters

• Free onsite parking

Further Information

To view a copy of the position description please click here.

For a confidential discussion, contact Liz Hipper, Manager, Safety, Health, Environment and Quality on

Applications close at 11:59pm on 4th November 2025.

We reserve the right to make an offer prior to the closing date. We encourage those interested in the position to submit their application as soon as possible.

Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.

The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island applicants are encouraged to apply.